JPO Conducts Workshop for Thailand on Tackling Bad-Faith Trademark Filings
The integrity of a trademark system relies heavily on the principle of “first-to-file,” but this system is often tested by individuals or entities acting in bad faith. To address these growing concerns, the Japan Patent Office (JPO) recently organized a specialized training program focused on identifying and preventing bad-faith trademark registration. This JPO and Thailand […]
Shen Changyu Meets IPOS CEO Tan Kong Hwee to Advance IP Collaboration
The landscape of global innovation is increasingly defined by the strength of international partnerships. Recently, a significant step was taken to bolster the ties between two of Asia’s primary innovation hubs. Shen Changyu, the Commissioner of the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA), held a high-level bilateral meeting with Tan Kong Hwee, the Chief Executive […]
EPO Hosts International Dialogue on Substantive Patent Law Harmonization
The landscape of global innovation is governed by a complex web of national and regional regulations. For inventors and businesses looking to scale their technologies across borders, navigating these differences can be a significant hurdle. Recently, a major milestone in addressing these challenges occurred as the European Patent Office hosted an influential EPO patent law […]
Delhi High Court Judge Pratibha M Singh Calls for Reinvention of Intellectual Property in AI Era
The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence is fundamentally altering the global technological landscape, forcing legal systems to reconsider long-standing doctrines. Recently, Justice Pratibha M Singh of the Delhi High Court emphasized that the current framework of intellectual property rights must undergo a significant transformation to remain relevant. Speaking at a high-level conference, she highlighted that […]
Strategic Move in Energy Innovation: EPO and IEA Sign New MoU Agreement in Paris
The global transition toward sustainable energy has reached a critical juncture, requiring unprecedented cooperation between regulatory bodies and data analysts. In a significant development for the international energy landscape, the European Patent Office (EPO) and the International Energy Agency (IEA) recently convened in Paris to formalize their partnership. The event culminated as the EPO and […]
IP Manthan 2026: Exploring Patentability of CRI in India and Sweden
The global intellectual property landscape is witnessing a significant shift as digital transformation accelerates across borders. On February 19, 2026, a pivotal session titled IP Manthan on Patentability 2026 brought together legal experts and innovators to discuss a complex subject: the patentability of Computer-Related Inventions (CRI) in India and Sweden. This collaborative dialogue, organized by […]
Meta Secures Patent for AI That Could Simulate After Death on Social Media
The concept of a digital afterlife has transitioned from the realm of speculative fiction into the halls of the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Recently, news about Meta AI patent, Meta has secured a patent for AI technology designed to simulate a user’s social media activity during periods of extended absence or following their […]
WIPO Report Finds Innovation Spreads Faster Than Ever but Capability Gaps Persist
The global landscape of innovation is undergoing a profound transformation, characterized by an unprecedented acceleration in the spread of new technologies. According to the recently released WIPO Innovation Capability Gap Report, titled “World Intellectual Property Report 2026: Technology on the Move,” the velocity at which ideas cross borders has reached historical heights. However, while the […]
IP Manthan 2026: Design Filing and Examination in the EU & India
The contemporary global economy necessitates a sophisticated approach to protecting aesthetic innovation. On the 26th of February 2026, a high-level digital colloquium titled “IP Manthan 2026 invitation” will be convened. This initiative, spearheaded by the Indian Intellectual Property Office in partnership with the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO), focuses specifically on the procedural and […]
List of Qualified Candidates for PAE & TAE 2026 Viva-Voce Released by CGPDTM
The Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM) has officially published the results for the written portion of the Trade Marks Agent Examination and Patent Agent Examination 2026. This announcement is a major milestone for professionals aiming to specialise in the field of intellectual property. The release of the Trademark […]